UVU

ATTENDING UVU

UVU is an open admission institution with a commitment to student success. We focus
on teaching all students and provide them with real world experiences.

39,931 Students with an average class size of

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STUDENTS

MANY WAYS TO LEARN

208 DEGREE OPTIONS

8 MASTER • 89 BACHELOR • 65 ASSOCIATE

34%

Increase in online course offerings in the last five years

Experience learning in a different kind of classroom — one that gives you access to
specialized training at home or wherever you have web access. Students have more than
200 online courses to choose from with a 96% overall satisfaction rate of instruction.

56%

of our students work part-time.

At UVU we understand that students need a flexible class schedule. Courses are offered
in the late afternoon, evenings, online, or through Weekend College, a program characterized
by smaller classes, quiet surroundings, excellent faculty, and personal interaction
among instructors and students.

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Certificate Programs

Certificate programs offer more focused training in a specific discipline to help
you advance your job and career goals. Certificates are common in trades programs
where the student will learn a very specific set of skills.

27%

of Students are 25 years or older.

Rest assured you’ll have peers in the classroom learning alongside you. Many of these
students maintain unique class schedules- often evenings or weekends, and 25% of UVU
students support at least one child while pursuing a college degree.

Financial Aid

Financial aid and scholarship opportunities at Utah Valley University may surprise
you. Incoming students can be considered for more than 250 different scholarship
options.
These include academic, departmental, athletic, merit, and private scholarships.
You
may also qualify for federal grants and loans by completing the Free Application
for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

ENGAGE

UVU seeks to prepare students as much as possible for their career & life. There is
a strong emphasis to provide learning outside of the classroom, and to incorporate
real world experiences into the curriculum.

23%

of graduates participate in an internship for credit.

Internships allow you to earn college credit while applying knowledge and skills required
to enter your field of study. From paid to unpaid, part or full-time you’re sure to
find an opportunity for real world experience to support what you’re learning inside
the classroom.

SUPPORT FOR EVERYONE

UVU is committed to preparing all students and
employees for success in an increasingly complex,
diverse, and globalized society. We value and promote
collegial relationships and mutual respect
among students, faculty, and staff.

38%

1st Generation

Completing a college degree program can be difficult, and
even more so if you are trying to do it alone. I Am First connects
you with a community of like-minded friends, mentors,
and crucial campus resources to help you graduate.